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Definition of Approving
1. Noun. The formal act of approving. "His decision merited the approval of any sensible person"
Exact synonyms: Approval, Blessing
Specialized synonyms: Acceptance, Acceptation, Adoption, Espousal, Backing, Backup, Championship, Patronage, Admiration, Appreciation, Reinforcement, Reward
Generic synonyms: Support
Derivative terms: Approbate, Approve
Antonyms: Disapproval
Specialized synonyms: Acceptance, Acceptation, Adoption, Espousal, Backing, Backup, Championship, Patronage, Admiration, Appreciation, Reinforcement, Reward
Generic synonyms: Support
Derivative terms: Approbate, Approve
Antonyms: Disapproval
2. Adjective. Expressing or manifesting praise or approval. "An affirmative nod"
Exact synonyms: Affirmative, Approbative, Approbatory, Plausive
Similar to: Favorable, Favourable
Derivative terms: Approve, Approve, Approve
Similar to: Favorable, Favourable
Derivative terms: Approve, Approve, Approve
Definition of Approving
1. a. Expressing approbation; commending; as, an approving smile.
Definition of Approving
1. approve [v] - See also: approve